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A Hudson Valley INCLUSIVE Series

Hudson Valley Inclusive: Trans Allyship 101

An in person community training series

Queer Therapy NYC’s Hudson Valley Inclusive (HVI) series is a grassroots community learning initiative dedicated to building a more connected and informed queer community in the Hudson Valley and beyond. Produced by Queer Therapy NYC and founded by Liam Cudmore, LCSW, HVI offers cozy, in-person workshops and trainings designed to deepen our collective understanding of marginalized identities throughout queer communities and strengthen our ability to show up for one another in meaningful ways…

Rooted in the queer and trans community values of consent, autonomy, mutual aid, processes of becoming, and critical consciousness, HVI is about growing together. In this collective, we move away from shame and performative allyship and toward deeper humility and understanding. We believe that allyship is active and that education is one powerful way to begin. Whether you’re LGBTQIA+ yourself or an ally in progress, HVI invites you to come as you are, with openness, curiosity, and a commitment to learning.

HVI’s flagship series, “Seek to Understand,” brings together small groups for accessible, community-centered education on trans allyship and other intersectional experiences. Sessions are facilitated by LGBTQIA+ community members and clinicians, with future trainings exploring topics such as addiction recovery, disability justice, and intergenerational queerness.

Each event prioritizes:

  • Warmth and Grounding: Held in home-like, welcoming spaces that center comfort, accessibility, and connection
  • Shame-Free Learning: Space for real questions, boundary-setting, and loving corrections
  • Relational Process: Emphasis on presence over performance and listening over fixing
  • Reciprocity and Access: Tiered pricing, service trades, and “pay it forward” options

Together, let’s cultivate a more deeply connected and inclusive Hudson Valley, one conversation at a time.

Spring 2026 In Person Events

  • Hudson Valley INCLUSIVE: Trans Allyship 101

    Part 1 — Terminology & Affirming Language

    • Saturday, 3/28/26
    • 12-3pm
    • Saugerties, NY
    This foundational training will teach you the core terms and affirming language that help trans people feel seen and respected. You will learn which terms are outdated or offensive, and how to engage respectfully across identities and experiences. If you want to be in solidarity with trans and nonbinary community members but feel unsure of what to say or how to show up, this is your starting point.
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  • Hudson Valley INCLUSIVE: Trans Allyship 101

    Part 2 — Pathways to Transition

    • Saturday, May 16 2026
    • 12PM-3PM
    • Hurley, NY (exact address sent to registrants)
    What does “transitioning” actually mean? In this second installment of the Trans Allyship 101 series, we explore the many different ways trans and nonbinary people might navigate social, medical, and/or legal transition. From name and gender marker changes to hormones and surgeries, participants will gain a clearer understanding of what transition can look like.
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  • Hudson Valley INCLUSIVE: Trans Allyship 101

    Part 3 — Showing Up: Communication, Direct Action & Holding Space

    • Spring 2026 (TBD)
    • TBD
    • TBD
    Allyship is an ongoing practice. In Part 3 of the series, we move from understanding to action. This session offers practical tools for showing up in everyday moments: using they/them pronouns fluently, intervening in transphobia, holding space for grief or joy, and building ongoing relationships rooted in trust and care.
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Clinical Training Series

By Queer Therapy NYC Team
  • Offered Virtually Via Zoom
  • Free of Charge
  • By Queer Therapists
    For Queer Therapists

In solidarity with our broader community of queer, trans, and allied providers, Queer Therapy NYC is proud to offer a free lunchtime training series led virtually by our licensed staff therapists. These Wednesday sessions (12-1 pm EST) are more than just skill-building opportunities, they’re a space for connection, mutual support, resource sharing, and community-rooted referrals. All are welcome. Come as you are, and be sure to register through the Zoom link to join us.

No upcoming trainings scheduled. Explore our past trainings below and/or contact us to join the waitlist for future trainings.

Past Trainings

Depathologizing the Gender-Affirming Surgery Letter Process

  • 12/17/2025

In this training you will walk away with the skills to write a gender-affirming surgery letter, while holding a container ...

Cultural Considerations in Supporting BIPOC Trans Clients

  • 11/19/2025

This training explores the unique experiences and intersectional challenges faced by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) trans individuals ...

Dynamic Digital Security for Therapists and Clients: A Community Conversation

  • 10/29/2025

In the last month, have you been afraid about your online presence, getting doxxed or subpoenaed, the safety of your ...

Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD

  • 09/24/2025

This training focuses on Prolonged Exposure (PE) is in service of expanding therapists' working knowledge of available clinical approaches to ...

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